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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Dec 17, 1938

Page

2

Hongkong Airbase Marders incident amon us on deck

The scene centers on a coastal gathering with Connie, North, and Trina amid shifting plans and tensions. A clipper voyage looms as Connie debates accommodation while North counsels, and a looming security check upstages the mood. Swazey and Spencer face travel bans as authorities deny access to the island until midnight.

Chapte Connie Leboy North Martin Trins Lebdon Tricia Hugh Tana Pan Swazey Spencer Toa G-2 Captain North Capyt van Wyck Mason King Peas

Trina Confesses Deep Need to Hugh for Guide

In a tense beachside scene Trina, weary and unsure, asks Hugh for help making a crucial life decision. He reassures and gentle proves, while she admits feeling exhausted by fighting the world alone and fears losing him. Their intimate moment shifts toward tenderness as she presses for commitment.

Linto A. W T c Hugh Ian Ly Trina el Jamon Tim Connie Spo Hugh Neer

Comfits and holiday treats from table talks

A fragment from Table Talks offers holiday edible ideas like orange and grapefruit comfits, stuffed dates, and a minced meat roll. It blends recipe notes with fashion notes on cruise wear and dress changes, mentioning Dorothy Cox and a shift to simpler silhouettes with circular skirts.

Nick Coen Kris Inge Deak Syed Inn

Advice to Lovelorn Dear Miss Pairfax

A 24 year old man asks how to handle a steady romance with a 21 year old woman who is independent, wealthy, and averse to housework. The reply warns marriage on a small salary is risky but possible with study to improve prospects, urging the man to seek better employment.

Miss Pairfax Jana

Beauty tips for lipstick and lip line mastery

Beauty hints advise using an orange wood stick dipped in rosy pigment to outline lips, then fill for a neat, even finish. Warns against hurried makeup and purse-mirror touch ups, noting sloppy lines and smeared color from misapplied blushes.

Smarty Sao Antonio

Westminster to Host Carol Program by Eleanor Brackenridge School

The choral club of Eleanor Brackenridge School will present carols at Westminster Presbyterian Church Sunday at 7:90 p.m. The program, one of two at the church this Christmas, includes The Star Gleams, a play directed by Mrs. George Brush.

Westminster Eleanor Brackenridge School Sir Ghotstit Westminster Presbyterian Church George Brush

Other Wise Man to Be Reviewed at Christmas Program

The Christmas program at the First Evangelical Church features a review of Henry Van Dyke's The Other Wise Man. The Sunday school department presents the program Sunday night December 25 at 7 45 p m with a canoe scene and reader participation.

Chtmas First Evangelical Church Henry van Dyke Wise Man

Burro Slow to Join Quick Rufe Davis Stunt

Rufe Davis an impersonator known for many imitations attempted to ride a burro into the Gunter Hotel to register. The burro balked at the desk, forcing Davis to drag the animal to the counter before signing in. The Oklahoma performer, famed for versatile imitations, described his start in show business as a way to avoid cotton picking.

Rufe Davis America Davis Rufus Davidson Gunter

Burro Imitator Causes Stir In Hotel Room Show

Davis the comedian uses a held burro in a Livelihood act at an LA hotel, with the animal calmly resting on a bed while photographers film. Davis, 30, has a long career in vaudeville radio and cinema and recently finished Ambush with Loyd Nolan, now appearing at a Texas theater.

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Marian Martin pattern catalog ad for children’s wear 1930s

An old fashion pattern advertisement promotes Marian Martin sewing patterns for children and adults. It lists pattern 9862 in children sizes with fabric yardages, prices, and ordering details. The blouses and dresses target both youngsters and mothers with varied sleeves, ruffles, and girdle waist options.

Marian Martin Jayetts Angerie Houscilresses

Good Manners in Writing Thank-You Notes

Mrs Cornelius Breckman urges careful presentation in thank-you notes using quality paper and neat handwriting. She warns against abbreviations and ready made cards, advising space, proper envelopes, and a personal touch for Christmas and New Year acknowledgments.

Cornelius Breckman Camus Weas

Church Women to Hold Joy Gift Offering

The Westiinater Presbyterian church women's auxiliary plans their annual joy gift offering at 2 p m on a designated day led by Mrs R H Fairbanks. Christmas basket gifts should be delivered to the church at South Street Marys and Temple streets between Sunday and Wednesday per Mrs Wv Haswell.

West- Iinater Presbyterian Church R. H. Fairbanks South St. Mary's Temple Streets Wv. D. Haswell

Crestholme Presbyterian Church Winter Service Times

Crestholme Presbyterian Church changes winter hours with evening services at 5 p.m. during cold months replacing 7:30 p.m. Young people's meetings follow regular service times. A Christmas pageant is set for 7:30 p.m. Thursday at the church.

Crestholme Presbyterian Church

Cantata planned at Denver Heights church choir

The Denver Heights Methodist Church choir will present a cantata The Glory of Bethlehem at the church Sunday at 7:30 p m under the direction of J Otis Moreless. Included will be solos and duets with Mrs M J Dentz as accompanist.

Denver Heights Denver Heights Methodist Chorch Choir J. Otis Oreless M. J. Dentz

Riverside Choir Plans Cantata The Chimes of the Holy Night

Riverside Park Baptist church will present a Christmas cantata titled The Chimes of the Holy Night on Sunday at 7 p m. Announcement was made by Rev DH Truhitte pastor of the church.

New Coiffure Trends Prompt Cautious Optimism

The article urges careful grooming and neck line consideration with the latest hair fashion. It notes some see elegance and dignity in the lifted style, while others fear aging effects, urging modest neck exposure, choice of light scarves, and cautious use of accessories. It discusses soap substitutes, skin care routines, and powder consistent with 1848 habits, emphasizing personal taste and practicality.

Candlelighting Service Planned in St Mark's Church

The business and professional women's clubs of San Antonio plan their eighth annual candlelighting ceremony at St. Mark's Episcopal church Sunday at 4 p.m. An offering supports unemployed women and girls. The program features Walter Dunham, Rev. Everett Jones, McFarland Kin, Mrs. A. J. Mitre, Betty Longaker Wilson, and various club officers.

San Antonio St. Mark's Episcopal Church Walter Dunham Mark Everett Jones Joueeph Teeel McFarland Kin A. Jd. Mitre Betty Longaker Wilson

Orphans' Christmas Broadcast Scheduled on WOAI

The orphans home plans its annual Christmas broadcast on WOAI from 9 20 to 10 a m June 1. The program titled We Come to Bethlehem features an original nativity oration by Dr A W Boand of Bescon Hill Presbyterian Church and a chorus of junior and high school students.

Gauaren Urephans Juniay Bethlehem A. Vv. Boand Bescon Hill

Christmas Program Planned by First Cumberland Church

A Christmas program will be held Wednesday by the Sunday school of the First Cumberland Presbyterian Church at the church on West Higgins Place. The event aims to bring together parishioners and visitors for seasonal readings and music.

First Cumberland Presbyterian Church West Higora Place Eva Alg

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